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Belfast, Capital city on River Lagan in Northern Ireland.

Belfast extends from the River Lagan to Belfast Lough, functioning as Northern Ireland's main commercial and maritime center with 348,005 residents.

The city developed from a Bronze Age settlement into an industrial powerhouse during the 1800s, becoming a global center for linen production and shipbuilding.

The UNESCO City of Music designation in 2021 recognizes Belfast's musical contributions, from traditional Irish sessions to contemporary performances in venues across the city.

Two airports, George Best Belfast City and Belfast International, connect the city to European destinations while extensive bus networks facilitate local transportation.

The Titanic Quarter preserves the legacy of maritime engineering, featuring the former Harland & Wolff shipyards where the RMS Titanic was constructed.

Location: Belfast

Inception: January 1, 1899

Elevation above the sea: 3 m

Website: https://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/

Address: Belfast, UK Belfast

Website: https://belfastcity.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 54.59639,-5.93018

Latest update: May 27, 2025 19:47

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